Accessibility at the Center

Wheelchairs and Mobility Aids

A limited number of wheelchairs are available on the ground floor of the Museum and Forum and may be borrowed for your campus visit. These wheelchairs are available on a first-come, first-served basis. We recommend inquiring about availability upon your arrival at the Coat Checks located in the lobbies of both buildings.

Support for the Deaf or Hard of Hearing

The Obama Presidential Center campus offers a range of offerings for Deaf and hard of hearing visitors including, but not limited to:

• Assistive-listening devices

• Hearing loops

• Closed captioning and on-screen American Sign Language interpretations for films and digital media exhibit displays in the Museum galleries.

Support for Visitors who are blind or low vision

The Obama Presidential Center campus offers a range of offerings for visitors who are blind or have low vision including, but not limited to:

• Recorded audio descriptions for films and audio-based navigation at digital media displays in the Museum 

• Braille signs and tactile stations located at a number of the exhibits in the Museum

• Tactile replicas and reliefs of key artifacts in the Museum

• A tactile wayfinding map on each level of the Museum exhibitions

Personal Care Attendants and Aides

Visitors that require the support of personal care attendants may be accompanied by their attendant at no additional charge. A free ticket for timed entry is required and can be requested via ticketing on the day of your visit or in advance. 

To obtain a ticket, please contact tickets@obama.org. A ticket is required for all ticketed events, Museum admission, and group sales.

Accessible Parking

Accessible parking is available in the campus parking garage and is subject to parking rates. Entrances to the parking garage are accessible. An elevator from the garage is available for use. Learn more , about other transportation options.

Restrooms

Accessible stalls and changing tables are available in each restroom on campus. Adult changing tables are located in the Family Restrooms of both the Lower Level of the Museum Building, and in Home Court.  

Food and Food Allergies

Food allergies and special dietary needs are top of mind in our culinary spaces. Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free items are marked on restaurant and cafe menus.

Wellness Rooms

Visitors are encouraged to nurse or conduct prayer anywhere on campus. For those with an interest in private space, the campus has two Wellness Rooms. Our Wellness Rooms are quiet, private, low-stimulation areas located on the Lower Level of the Museum and on the Lower Level of Home Court.